Rochdale to Sheffield by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Rochdale to Sheffield? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 53 kilometres.

Train cost for travel between Rochdale and Sheffield

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is €31.69, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 3 and a half months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Rochdale to Sheffield daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Sheffield on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 78 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 05:53: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 21:47: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 06:02: departure of first train on weekends

  • 23:08: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 9 minutes: frequency of train departures

Travel time and distance between Rochdale and Sheffield

The route’s fastest journey takes 1 hour and 41 minutes, covering a total of 53 kilometres.

Booking Rochdale to Sheffield trains in advance

Booking your Rochdale to Sheffield tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 3 and a half months before departure.

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Making the most of your Rochdale to Sheffield travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Sheffield.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Rochdale to Sheffield by train?

The train journey between Rochdale and Sheffield spans 53 kilometres.

How much does a train ticket from Rochdale to Sheffield cost?

The cheapest ticket on this route is €31.69. When booked 30 days ahead, the price is typically . If booked 7 days in advance, expect to pay around .

When can I buy tickets for trains running from Rochdale to Sheffield?

Tickets for travel between Rochdale to Sheffield are available 3 and a half months before departure.

How long does it take to get from Rochdale to Sheffield?

The fastest jouney takes 1 hour and 41 minutes.